Myra Melford

Myra Melford is an American jazz pianist and composer known for her avant-garde approach to music. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with notable musicians such as Henry Threadgill and Nicole Mitchell. Her significant albums include "Jump" (1990), "Now & Now" (1991), and "Alive in the House of Saints" (1993). Melford has received several awards, including a Guggenheim Fellowship in 2013. Her music is characterized by a blend of jazz and avant-garde elements, often drawing inspiration from visual arts, literature, and architecture. The products available from the artist Myra Melford include CDs.